A batten board helps you start your bottom most course or row of tiles.
How to tile up part a wall.
Once you ve removed the current wall dressings and wall items like light switch.
Tips for tiling a wall 1.
Use measuring tape to take precise.
Install the wall tile in a pyramid shape.
Now using a level and measuring tape measure and mark for.
Thoroughly vacuum the area and give the wall a once over with a damp sponge or cleaning cloth.
Mark the locations on.
So you ve got that bottom row of tile.
Use a level and tape to measure for your tile locations.
Then using a vertical spirit level line it up with the mark and draw a line down the centre of the wall.
Use a chisel and hammer if you need to remove existing tiles.
Apply a level to make sure the wall is exactly vertical.
Fill any cracks or holes in.
Measure the width and height of the wall to find out how many tiles you need.
Sand with a medium grit sandpaper to create a uniform surface that s not too smooth.
Make sure your wall is ready to go.
Your wall is up and ready for finishing.
Check your floor for level and walls.
Measuring and cleaning the walls 1.
Preparing your wall and tile 1.
Using a tape measure take the width of the wall and divide that by two to find the centre.
Do you stack the tile.
Nail or screw the wall to the floor and to the ceiling joists.
If the new wall aligns with a stud on the adjoining wall attach it there as well.
Hang a batten board to prevent tile slippage.
Seal the walls with a skim coat and let it dry thoroughly.
This is your centreline the line you will tile from.
Put on a pair of safety goggles before you start.